Funding Team Leader - Burntwood, United Kingdom - Busy Bees

Busy Bees

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Burntwood, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Burntwood

Job Summary

Job Title:
Funding Team Leader

Reports to:
Funding Manager

Employment Type:
Permanent, Full time

Based:
Remote

Your Mission

As we gear up for the upcoming year, we\'re thrilled to announce our search for an additional dynamic Team Leader to spearhead our growing funding team.

In anticipation of funded childcare expansion, we\'re looking for an experienced leader who can guide and inspire the team to new heights.

If you\'re passionate about steering a team in support of early education, and you have the leadership skills to navigate funding dynamics, we want you at the helm

Why Busy Bees?

Established in 1983 we are now not only the largest but also the leading provider of childcare in the UK and the fourth largest provider in the world with 900 Centre\'s globally to date, with plans to reach 1000 centres globally by 2023 this is the most exciting time to join us

Benefits:

Sector leading Family Leave. Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption leave
Big Benefits. Dedicated 24/7 employee benefits platform 'Smart Hive' with retail, cinema, and travel discounts
Childcare discounts.
Birthdays off.
Health and Wellbeing. We know that sometimes life can be tricky, or you might need guidance so you can lean on our Employee Assistance Program and our Peppy and Mental Health Apps
Further Training and development. Access to our own training company to help support you in your development and gaining further qualifications.

Responsibilities:

Oversee accurate submission of estimate, actual, and midterm headcount claims within Local Authority (LA) deadlines, escalating issues as per Funding protocols.
Develop and maintain awareness of funding and claim criteria and how these differ by LA.
Ensure Childcare Grant, Milk, and Care to Learn claims are submitted accurately and on time.
Authorise and supervise funding transfers, supporting the Funding Manager in transitioning centres.
Delegate team duties, resolve complex queries, and implement process improvements.
Conduct regular team meetings, provide encouragement, and support team development.
Assist with Local Authority Audits, recruitment, and performance reviews.
Monitor team holiday requests and ensure SLA adherence.
Produce and analyse KPIs, attend Team Leader meetings, and handle ad hoc duties as needed.

Key Skills & Experience

Minimum of 4 year's experience working within a finance environment.
Experience in a similar team leadership role
Practical experience with Nurserycare or other billing systems is desirable.
Ability to work effectively without supervision.
Excel knowledge to intermediate level is essential.
Ability to manage workloads and prioritise based on matter of importance to ensure deadlines are met.

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